Velgonda - Chinnambavi, Wanaparthy
Velgonda is a village situated in the Chinnambavi mandal of Wanaparthy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Veepangandla and around 96 km from Mahbubnagar. Velgonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velgonda is 576323. The village covers a total geographical area of 1565 hectares and falls under the 509105 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Velgonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velgonda
As per Census 2011, Velgonda village has a total population of 2,500 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,224 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 1,303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velgonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,500 | 1,276 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 171 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 245 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 730 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,303 | 546 | 757 |
Transport and Connectivity of Velgonda
Velgonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wanaparthy to Velgonda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Velgonda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velgonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velgonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velgonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velgonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velgonda
Where is Velgonda located?
Velgonda village is located in Chinnambavi Mandal, Wanaparthy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velgonda?
Velgonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velgonda?
The pincode of Velgonda is 509105.
What is the population of Velgonda?
Velgonda has a total population of 2,500, including 1,276 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Velgonda?
There are 582 households in Velgonda.
What is the literacy rate in Velgonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velgonda is 47.88%. Male literacy is 57.21% and female literacy is 38.15%.